Georgia State University’s Entrepreneurship & Innovation Institute (ENI) has selected a diverse group of founders and innovative companies for the fourth cohort of its Main Street Entrepreneurs Seed Fund. This innovative program enhances Georgia State’s strategic focus to create an ecosystem that provides opportunities for entrepreneurs and innovators to develop new ideas and scale their own businesses. Entrepreneurship has become an integral driver of economic growth and societal progress in today’s rapidly evolving world. However, many aspiring entrepreneurs face numerous challenges and barriers on their path to success. Recognizing this need, the Main Street Entrepreneurs Seed Fund (MSESF) was created to provide a comprehensive support system tailored to meet the unique needs of emerging entrepreneurs.
With an emphasis on fostering inclusive entrepreneurship, the MSESF is a six-month program created to support Georgia State students, recent alumni and community entrepreneurs with seed funding and mentorship to start and grow new ventures. The Marcus Foundation, Bank of America, Georgia Power and Ahmet Bozer (MBA ‘83), a retired executive vice president at Coca-Cola, have supported the program since its inception in 2019.
Furthermore, the Main Street program facilitates connections with potential investors, industry partners and successful entrepreneurs who can offer invaluable advice and support. These opportunities will enable cohort members to build relationships, secure funding and access the resources needed to take their businesses to new heights.
“The Georgia State entrepreneur community sees unique and abundant opportunities to impact our society and transform lives,” said Jennifer Sherer, director of the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Institute and Executive Officer for Entrepreneurship at Georgia State. “Companies in this cohort are addressing everything from empowering persons with disabilities to make informed decisions to…
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